McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Read on for more appraisal news. Read the full HousingWire article here.

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Appraiserblogs

APRIL 18, 2024

Throughout the history of mortgage banking and lending in the United States, underwriting policies have significantly influenced the appraisal process for home purchases and refinances. Appraisers must follow underwriter appraisal review guidelines meticulously to ensure their appraisal reports are accepted by the lender.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 31, 2022

As we all know, the home valuation is an integral part of the lending process that helps Americans in their journey to homeownership. This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2022

Some lenders are contemplating changes to their origination channels such as the re-emergence of equity lending via HELOC and Second Loan products, according to this recent HousingWire article. Some studies suggest the number of active appraisers is steadily declining by an average of 2.6%

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. Leveraging Market Data The appraisal process begins with a thorough analysis of market data, focusing on sales of properties that share historical or antique characteristics.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

“In addition to driving sustainable homeownership, we’re working with our partners to root out bias in the residential appraisal process. We need new, diverse talent to join the appraiser industry and we’re hopeful that these scholarships will help pave the way.”. This content is exclusively for HW+ members.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals? The Risk of Hybrid Appraisals.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Real estate agents also need appraisals for properties that may be more difficult to price. I’m not going to dive into the nuances of these different types of appraisal work in this article. In this article, I’m going to share some things that have helped me to do so. GET A WEBSITE. Write about what you do know.

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Boston Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

But often, the role of the real estate appraiser is overlooked. As industry leaders in both residential and commercial real estate valuations, Boston Appraisal Services deeply understands the critical contribution that precise appraisals make in the estate planning matrix.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals? The Risk of Hybrid Appraisals.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Plus, what will it take to modernize the appraisal process? Read on for this week’s appraisal news and insights. The article notes that big cities, like New York and Los Angeles, may lag smaller ones, like Boise and Salt Lake City, in 2022. Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process.

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Clear Capital

MAY 12, 2023

Story by HousingWire Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital announced on Wednesday that it has expanded its partnership with ValueLink , a valuation management platform, to offer better support for appraisal modernization policy changes.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

In the Reconciliation section, appraisers must: • reconcile the reasonableness and reliability of each applicable approach to value, • reconcile the reasonableness and validity of the indicated values, • reconcile the reasonableness of available data, and • select and report the approach or approaches that were given the most weight.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals?

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Here at Simonson Appraisals, we do our best to have a 3-4 week turn-around time because we understand the appraisal process will provide you with the confidence to make the correct business decision for your needs. Navigating the Appraisal Process – What You Need to Know. We’d be happy to help.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

Because of that, he didn’t understand why his home didn’t appraise for higher than his neighbors’ homes. In Art’s eyes, the valuation of his home wasn’t keeping up with the current market’s trajectory. Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. Conclusion.

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Appraiserblogs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Could this be another reason why so many real estate appraisers refuse to do bifurcated hybrid appraisals? Recently, a Mueller Services ‘inspector’ posted a comment on the article titled “Mueller Sample Report. You Decide!“

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 9, 2022

It is no secret that log homes do not appraise well. In the past, almost every major log home magazine has posted an article on the topic. The question is raised as to what is the real problem with log home valuation and what is the problem with appraisers working in the niche log home market?

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Clear Capital

MARCH 1, 2023

Written by Sarah Wheeler Fannie Mae updated its Selling Guide on Wednesday to include more options for property valuations, saying that they are “moving away from implying that an appraisal is a default requirement.” We are on a journey of continuous improvement to make the home valuation process more efficient and accurate.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

If an agent includes the square footage of a finished basement in what they report as finished above-ground square footage, this can have a negative impact on the appraisal process. In my last article, I discussed how the square footage of many homes, as reported in public records, is inaccurate. I hope you will also… .

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 31, 2022

If no adequate comparable properties are found within the last year, then the appraiser may need to look at a different area or expand time parameters, adjusting for the location and/or market conditions. If you can’t account for condition and location in your appraisal, then you won’t have a credible one.

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AmeriMac

MAY 24, 2023

We’ll also cover the different types of commercial properties that can be appraised, the overall appraisal process, and the accuracy of these appraisals. Additionally, we’ll discuss valuation approaches and strategies used by commercial appraisers to determine a property’s worth.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

Because of that, he didn’t understand why his home didn’t appraise for higher than his neighbors’ homes. In Art’s eyes, the valuation of his home wasn’t keeping up with the current market’s trajectory. Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

Because of that, he didn’t understand why his home didn’t appraise for higher than his neighbors’ homes. In Art’s eyes, the valuation of his home wasn’t keeping up with the current market’s trajectory. Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. Conclusion.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. As industries grapple with the challenges of transparency, accuracy, and trustworthiness in valuation processes, blockchain emerges as a beacon of hope. This ensures that every valuation stands the test of time, free from potential manipulation.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 1, 2020

There are many articles, blogs, and opinion papers that either support or reject bifurcated and hybrid appraisals, which contributes to a great deal of confusion. Here at McKissock Learning, we do not support any position regarding bifurcated and hybrid appraisals. Written by Jo Traut.

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McKissock

AUGUST 21, 2020

For example, if there are two participating lenders involved in the assignment, they may be listed as co-clients and a Restricted Appraisal Report may be provided. This is assuming that a restricted disclosure of the appraisal process (i.e., FREE GUIDE : Simplify the valuation process with this free Valuation Process Road Map.

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Simonson Real Estate

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Having worked with many different lending institutions completing new construction and planned renovation assignments, think of this article as a “best practices” reference to be shared with new lenders, credit analyst team members and borrowers navigating the commercial appraisal process for the first time.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

What tools and tech do you need to make sure you’re turning your appraisal efforts into cash? What parts of the appraisal process does Anow cover? In this free webinar with Anow President, Marty Haldane, we will discuss the following topics and more: What pieces of data will help you better understand your business?

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 21, 2022

To simplify and demystify the commercial appraisal process for you, we have addressed 17 of the most important questions asked. So, take a deep breath, read on, and be prepared to gain a deeper insight into this important topic of commercial real estate valuation. Question 2: Who conducts a commercial real estate appraisal?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

What is the appraiser’s potential liability for the property condition and physical characteristics since extraordinary assumptions are not allowed to be used? In this webinar recording, experts explore these questions and more surrounding desktop appraisals, as well as provide a live demonstration of Class Valuation ’s INvision technology.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

How To Appraise Rural Properties Excerpts: Appraising residential properties in rural areas can be both challenging and rewarding. Unlike the standardized expectations of urban and suburban properties, rural properties often present unique characteristics that require a nuanced approach to valuation. I hate this time change.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote. Appraisal vs Home Inspection. As a new homeowner, you might be confused about the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection. There are numerous steps in the appraisal process and it’s important to know each step involved.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Topics have centered around appraisals and valuation concerns in the current market environment. I was joined on the panel with Twin Cities appraiser, Josh Folland, MAI, CCIM with Valbridge Property Advisors and Gary Van Cleve, Shareholder at Larkin Hoffman moderated our discussion. benefit from our collective strength.

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McKissock

MARCH 8, 2022

In January 2022, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a desktop appraisal option that goes live in mid-March 2022. In various articles and opinion pieces, some claim that desktop appraisals will solve the appraiser shortage and modernize the appraisal process, while others claim that they will cause the demise of the appraisal profession.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Getting regulators’ blessing would mean access to the firehose of government sponsored enterprise-backed loans for firms that hawk automated valuations. Covid-19 gave alternative appraisal processes a foot in the door. In the past, it has raised concerns about risks involved in hybrid appraisals. Become a member today.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

What is the appraiser’s potential liability for the property condition and physical characteristics since extraordinary assumptions are not allowed to be used? In this webinar recording, experts explore these questions and more surrounding desktop appraisals, as well as provide a live demonstration of Class Valuation ’s INvision technology.

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